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Can A Clogged Air Filter Cause Your Diesel Engine To Overheat?
A clogged air filter can cause all sorts of issues, but can it actually lead to overheating in a diesel engine? Here's what you should know.
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This Tri-Rotor Mazda RX-3 Could Be The Perfect Car — If You Can Finish Building It
The seller says its built three-rotor engine was professionally assembled before living life a quarter-mile at a time, sending an RX-2 to 9-second quarter-miles
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Should You Grease Your Trailer Hitch Ball? Pros And Cons Explained
Keeping the ball of your trailer hitch ready to go means introducing some sort of lubrication, but is grease the right answer for the issue?
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Why Does The 4L60E Have Such A Bad Reputation?
The 4L60E engine can be found under the hood of quite a few models, but it doesn't have the best reputation. Here's what the auto community has to say about it.
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Why Proper Crosshatching Can Make Or Break Your Engine
While the crosshatching work performed on the cylinders of your engine may be largely out of your control, it can still have a big impact on performance.
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What Is Considered Normal Engine Oil Pressure? (& How To Know If It's Too Low Or High)
Keeping your car's oil pressure within the correct range is an important part of vehicle maintenance — but what exactly is that range? Let's take a look.
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Yes, You Can Flip Your Tow Hitch Upside Down. Here's Why You Might Want To
Your tow hitches is likely designed to be used in different configurations, and switching it upside down may help you haul your trailer more securely.
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Why Do People Use RTV On Gaskets, Is It Necessary, And What Can Go Wrong?
RTV sealant can solve a lot of problems, but is it safe to use on a fitting normally secured by a gasket? Here's a guide to using RTV the right way.
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Volkswagen ID Buzz Cabin Air Filter Replacement Basically Requires Disassembling The Whole Front End
This process is infuriatingly overcomplicated, and it leaves massive margins for error.
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How Do Exhaust Brakes Work On A Diesel Engine?
Not all braking systems on semis have to be loud to be effective. Exhaust brakes make a fraction of the noise that compression brakes do, here's how they work.
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Want To Add Solar Power To Your RV? Here's What You Should Know First
Adding solar power to your RV frees you up from hookups and opens up a whole new world of possibilities. Here's what you need to know before you invest.
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Do You Need To Bleed Brakes After Changing Pads?
After you change your brake pads, do you need to bleed the brakes? The answer's less straightforward than you may think. Here's how to know what to do.
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Diesel Oil Vs. Gasoline Oil: What's The Difference?
If YouTubers can put diesel oil in an old classic car, why can't you? Let's take a look at why these two formulas are different and why they shouldn't be mixed.
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Are Porsche's PSCB Brakes Just A Compromise Or A Clever Middle Ground?
Porsche's Surface Coated Brakes are the middle child with a tungsten-carbide twist.
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How To Read The Oil Level On A Dipstick Correctly, And The 3 Big Reasons It Might Be Dropping Fast
Unsure of what you're looking for when you pull the dipstick out of your engine? Worried about oil consumption? Here's our guide to monitoring oil levels.
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What's Oil Stop Leak Meant To Do, And What Should You Know Before You Try It?
Does oil stop leak really work the way it sounds? Are there are any risks associated with it? Let's take a look at how it works and when to use it.
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Honest Mechanic Finds And Returns Wallet 11 Years After Autoworker Lost It In A Ford Edge
The wallet was lost when the Edge was at the factory, and somehow it stayed in the air box since then.
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These Are Our Readers' Best Stories About Starting Dead Cars
In perhaps the least-surprising development ever, our readers have all sorts of stories about the ways they managed to get dead cars started again.
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How DPF Regens Work, And What Happens If You Interrupt Them
The diesel particulate filter is hardy, but it's not invulnerable. Here's how it gets clogged, how to regenerate it, and what can go sideways in the process.
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Do Turbo Engines Need More Frequent Oil Changes?
Turbo engines provide an extra shot of power that actually makes it possible for them to aid in fuel efficiency. Do they also need their oil changed more often?
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Here's What Those Colored Markings Mean Under Your New Car's Hood
The colored markings in a new car's engine bay aren't there for show. Some actually convey information that you (and your mechanic) ignore at your peril.
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What's The Point Of An Oil Extractor Pump, And Should You Add One To Your Garage?
An oil extractor pump might seem like a big investment for a DIY mechanic, but it's a straightforward machine that works exactly as advertised.
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If You See Bubbles On An Oil Dipstick, This Is What It Could Mean
If you've ever pulled out your dipstick only to find bubbles mixed in with your oil, you're not alone. Let's take a look at whether you should be concerned.
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How To Know Your Car Has A Bad Ignition Coil (And How Much Does A Replacement Cost?)
Spark plugs have a pretty predictable life cycle, but ignition coils can be harder to track. Here's how to tell if an ignition coil is on its way out.
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Semi‑Synthetic Vs. Full Synthetic Oil: What's The Difference?
Semi-synthetic oil and full synthetic oil share some key characteristics, but they are not the same and knowing the difference between them can be critical.
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What Is Top Tier Gasoline And What Additives Are In It?
Top Ties gasoline was the result of several automakers coming together to provide a fuel standard that improved engine longevity. So what is it, exactly?
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Can You Clean And Reuse Old Spark Plugs?
Let's say you've just removed an old spark plug. Does it have any life left in it? Can it be reused if it is cleaned properly? Let's take a closer look.
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